The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IIOur severity:SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1156-2021·Announced 2021-03-10

Hamilton Heater Shaker Recalled Due to Fire Risk from Flammable Liquids

Hamilton Co is recalling 4,729 Heater Shaker units because flammable liquids entering the device can cause a fire.

The agency’s classification

FDA (Devices): Class II

Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.

This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk of fire, which is a significant injury/property-damage hazard. Per the rubric, significant injury/property-damage reports or risks warrant a score of 4 (Severe).

Plain-English summary

Hamilton Co is recalling 4,729 units of the Hamilton Heater Shaker (REF 19903400) and various associated part numbers. The recall is due to a risk that the device can start a fire if flammable liquids contact and enter the device.

The affected units were distributed across numerous U.S. states and territories, as well as in several international locations including Australia, Canada, China, Germany, Japan, and the United Kingdom. The source text does not specify the exact number of units distributed to each location.

Consumers and facilities with these devices should stop using them immediately to prevent potential fire hazards. Hamilton Co is the recalling firm responsible for this action.

The recalled product

Product
HAMILTON HEATER SHAKER, 115 VAC/ 230 VAC, 750 VA, Power Consumption 41V/ 100W (max.), Relative Humidity 15% - 85% no condensation. REF 19903400
Manufacturer
Hamilton Co
Category
Medical Device — Laboratory Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
4,729

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (20)

  • Various Part Numbers: Hamilton Company PART NUMBER/ DESCRIPTION 188318/ HHS2
  • 2MM ORBIT
  • CUSTOMIZED
  • 188319/ HHS2
  • 3MM ORBIT
  • 199000/ HHS 0.5 MTP FLAT BOTTOM
  • 199001/ HHS 2.0 MTP FLAT BOTTOM
  • 199002/ PLEASE USE PN: 199034
  • 199007/ HHS 2.0 NUNC DWP 96 2ML
  • 199008/ HHS 3.0 NUNC DWP 96 2ML
  • 199009/ HHS 1.5 MTP FLAT BOTTOM
  • 199011/ HHS
  • 1.5MM
  • NUNC
  • 96DWP
  • 2ML
  • 199027/ HHS 1.5 MM SARSTEDT 48X1.5ML
  • 199033/ HHS2
  • MTP FLT BOTTOM
  • 199034/ HHS2

Distribution

Distributed in 44 states:

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